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Deep Sea Fishing in Daytona Beach
7 charter boats in Daytona Beach, Ponce Inlet and New Smyrna Beach that run offshore and deep sea trips, listed A to Z with their boats and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.
The boats
Daytona Beach deep sea fishing charters, A to Z
Every boat here lists offshore, reef or wreck trips on its own published trip menu. Confirm the trip, the price and what is included before you book.
Hull's Sea Lover
Inlet Harbor Marina, 133 Inlet Harbor Rd, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127
Targets: Grouper, Snapper, Black sea bass, Triggerfish, Amberjack, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish
On The Hook Charters
Aunt Catfish's on the River, 4009 Halifax Drive, Port Orange, FL 32127
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Redfish, Speckled trout, Snook, Tarpon, Black drum, Mahi-mahi, King mackerel, Cobia
Sea Spirit Fishing
Sea Love Marina, 4884 Front St, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127
Targets: Red snapper, Amberjack, Grouper, Cobia, Mahi-mahi, Barracuda, Triggerfish, Black sea bass
Sudden Strike Offshore Adventure
Ponce Inlet
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Tightline Fishing Charters
Daytona Beach
Targets: Redfish, Snook, Speckled trout, Black drum, Flounder, Mangrove snapper, Sheepshead, Spanish mackerel
Waterproof Charters
Sea Love Marina, 4877 Front St., Ponce Inlet, FL 32127
Targets: Red snapper, Vermilion snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, King mackerel, Cobia, Sailfish, Mahi-mahi
Yellow Dawg Fishing
Ponce Inlet
Targets: Mahi-mahi, Sailfish, King mackerel, Red snapper, Grouper, Wahoo, Redfish, Speckled trout
Listed alphabetically – this is not a ranking. Updated October 2026. All 9 operators: Daytona Beach fishing charters.
What to expect
Deep sea fishing in Daytona Beach at a glance
Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.
- Trip lengths these boats publish: Half day (about 4 hours) – 4; Full day (8 hours or more) – 3; Three-quarter day (about 6 hours) – 3.
- Fish they list most: Mahi-mahi, Cobia, Grouper, Amberjack, Sailfish, King mackerel, Wahoo, Redfish.
- In season in October: Redfish (see the Daytona Beach season calendar).
- Group size: most of these boats that publish a limit take up to 6 guests (the largest up to 50).
- Coast Guard license: 2 of 7 show the captain’s US Coast Guard license on their own site.
Offshore water is rougher than the bay. If you get seasick, read how to avoid seasickness on a charter before you go, and check the Daytona Beach wind forecast – the captain always makes the final weather call.
Prices
What deep sea fishing costs in Daytona Beach
Calculated from the private-trip prices these boats publish, as of October 2026. Prices are for the whole boat, not per person; tips and fish cleaning can be extra.
| Trip | Median | Range | Boats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private half day (about 4 hours) | $825 | $450 – $1,000 | 4 |
More: fishing charter prices across the US · half day vs full day.
Questions
Deep sea fishing in Daytona Beach: questions
How much is deep sea fishing in Daytona Beach?
Among 4 boats that publish a private half-day price, the median is $825 (from $450 to $1,000). Prices are for the whole boat. Confirm the price and what is included when you book.
What fish can you catch deep sea fishing in Daytona Beach?
The fish these boats list most often are Mahi-mahi, Cobia, Grouper, Amberjack, Sailfish, King mackerel. What bites depends on the month – see the season calendar.
Is deep sea or inshore fishing better in Daytona Beach?
Inshore trips are calmer, shorter and better for kids and first-timers; offshore trips run farther for bigger fish and take more time. Daytona Beach also runs inshore trips: 6 inshore guides. Inshore vs offshore explained.
Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?
No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.
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